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What you need to know about consumer protection & product recalls.

Report by the Governors Highway Association reveals 2018 he worst in almost three decades for pedestrian deaths.

As a car accident victim, what are your rights after a crash? Against whom do you file a claim if it was an Uber/Lyft driver? What if the driver is a family member? Read on to learn more.

January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month. As a way to increase the chances of a healthy delivery, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a proactive approach to self-care during pregnancy—and before!

New specializations in CRT for brain injury survivors has led to diverse, multidiscipline in nature, and easy to administer techniques to aid the brain in essentially re-wiring damaged neurons.

New research shows that our children are one of the most vulnerable populations when it comes to traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and the impact of a childhood traumatic brain injury can last a lifetime. According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly half a million children from birth to the age of 14 are treated in emergency departments for TBI related Injuries each year and are most commonly sustained by children between the age of 0 and 4.

Here comes…not Santa Claus, but the team at our West Palm Beach Office with a bag filled with toys for the girls and boys at Palm Beach Children’s Hospital.

Some of St Nick’s helpers from the Miami Office send toys to Niklaus Children’s Hospital.

Rubenstein Law returns another year to Sugar 4 Kids toy drive hosted by Peterson’s Harley-Davidson of Miami. Sugar 4 Kids Foundation’s goal this holiday is to raise funds to purchase 100 laptops, 500+ toys and bicycles, as well as 20 senior graduation sponsorships. These gifts will give students the resources they need for a better educational experience.

On November 23, 2018, Nova Southeastern University (NSU) sent out letters to 1,152 patients informing them of possible exposure to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV due to improperly sanitized dental equipment.

The smart pedestrian’s guide to safety: be aware of your surroundings. Remember, just because you see a car doesn’t mean that driver sees you or can adjust their vehicle’s path in time to avoid hurting you.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that the number of automotive deaths nearly doubles during the summer months with August being the most dangerous month. Even though summer is officially over, the 2017 FL Department of Highway Safety shows accidents involving commercial vehicles average 120 per day. Here are a few tips on how to stay safe.

There are certain times when demand will be higher, and thus, surge pricing is charged to the rider. With that knowledge, rideshare companies should be held either directly liable or at the very least, vicariously liable, for putting drivers on the roadways, especially when those drivers operate a potentially dangerous instrument such as a motor vehicle in a negligent or careless manner.

The Florida Supreme Court, in The Deaf Academy v. Townes, opined in April 2018, that plaintiffs should not be subjected to the complex pre-suit procedures for medical malpractice claims when it appears to be a matter of ordinary negligence. Recognizing the present procedures under Florida law are expensive and onerous, but still necessary to encourage early settlements and weed out frivolous medical malpractice claims, Justice Pariente, writing for the Court, explains any “doubt” as to whether a claim is for ordinary negligence or medical malpractice should be “generally resolved in favor of the claimant.”

As a medical malpractice attorney, there is no way I would schedule a procedure at a surgery center for myself or a loved one for the simple fact a hospital is better set up for an emergency.

Usually, mistakes made by physicians and nurses (all medical providers for that matter) are relatively minor and cause no real harm, but others can be devastating and result in serious injury or even death. When a doctor’s error is in such a way that it violates the standard of care owed to their patients, they may be held civilly liable for medical malpractice.

This informative blog from attorney Bonnie Navin provides guidance on how to select the best nursing home for your loved one. What to look out for once they are a resident and how to document signs of abuse or neglect should they appear.

Truck accidents are not car accidents. They are different in almost every way. Aside from the obvious differences in size and weight, truck accidents involve laws at the state and federal level which car accidents do not. In addition to the law and physics of a truck accident, there is different technology involved as well.

Many people do not realize they can investigate their physicians or health care providers to learn about their education, experience, whether or not they have malpractice insurance and malpractice exposure.

Rule #4, Referral Services are not Lawyers

Rule #3, Insurance companies are not your friends.

Rule #2 Beware of Strangers. If you’ve been in an accident and a stranger contacts you to get your case, watch out. They’re breaking the law.

Rule #1 When you or a loved one have been injured by another’s negligence, an experienced attorney can make a huge difference. While each case is different, a well-known insurance company’s own study showed people with a Lawyer on average got more money!

Now that the temperatures are soaring and school is out for the summer more of us will be out and about enjoying activities with our family and friends. Let’s keep the summer happy and fun with a few safety tips for some of our favorite activities – biking, swimming, and boating.

1 in 3 FL drivers has ZERO coverage for damage/pain/injuries they cause to another person in an auto accident.

We all remember our parents nagging us to avoid walking alone at night in dark areas. We may have rolled our eyes and sighed at their constant worry, but our parents were right. Plenty of criminals dwell in the dark corners of poorly lit parking lots and staircases waiting to attack the next unwitting victim.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage commonly referred to as “UM” coverage, is absolutely worth the cost in Florida. As attorney Sarah Vega explained in her blog – Florida is one of the few states that does not require Bodily Injury (BI) coverage, allowing tens of thousands of drivers on the road to be underinsured. UM coverage is the only surefire protection for you and your loved ones in the case of an accident.

At Rubenstein Law, we are frequently retained to help clients make sure they are fairly compensated for their serious injuries after an auto or truck accident. However, there are occasions where ultimately we are unable to help a client recover money for their serious injuries because the at-fault driver does not have sufficient insurance coverage. In order to be awarded money from the at-fault driver’s insurance company, the at-fault vehicle must have Bodily Injury coverage, commonly referred to as BI insurance.

After many years of watching this kind of idea only happen in movies, we finally have a chance of experiencing this in real life! Google, has commenced a self-driving car project. The prototype vehicle is designed to take you where you want to go at the push of a button. No driving required. That’s right, No! Driving!

“Every day, about ten people die from unintentional drowning. Of these, two are children aged 14 or younger. Drowning ranks fifth among the leading causes of unintentional injury death in the United States”. Additionally, the Florida Department of Children and Families reported, “the state loses more children under the age of five to drowning than any other state in the nation”.

The movie “Concussion” starring Will Smith and the more recent discussions with athletes and Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) has brought traumatic brain injuries (TBI) into the spotlight. But what about when someone gets a concussion during a car accident? Is it common knowledge that car accident or even a fall can cause a concussion and/or TBI?

We all think about finding the right auto insurance coverage to protect us in case of an automobile accident, but have you ever thought about coverage for your dog or cat in case of an auto accident? Those who have pets understand how important it is to keep our pet(s) healthy and safe. For most of us, our pet(s) are family. They are your companion, laughter, and security. They are just priceless. But what can you do if your pet gets injured in a car accident?

Uber and Lyft are growing increasingly popular due to the ease of arranging transportation from your phone. While Uber and Lyft drivers go through a background check, it is important to be safe when entrusting your life to a stranger.

A Florida daycare director is facing criminal charges after she allegedly hit a 4-year-old boy with stuffed animals and then dropped him.

Millions of people worldwide use e-cigarettes. With sales in the United States alone estimated to be a $1.5 billion yearly, how safe are these new electronic devices?

you trust your children to is a very important decision for every parent. Many of us rely on daycare for supervision and care of our youngest and most vulnerable family member. And yet sometimes even the most reputable agencies fall short.